Looking for Home Inspiration? Try These Instagram Authors

7 Instagram Accounts for the Ultimate Home Design Inspiration

@inspire_me_home_decor

With 5.3 million followers, it won’t be long before you understand why so many people get hooked on Inspire Me! Home Décor’s Instagram. You’ll find everything from grand and opulent to whimsy and practical, but you’ll certainly never be bored.

@marieflaniganinteriors
Can’t get enough rustic charm? Then be prepared for serious design envy when you follow Marie Flanigan. The Houston designer’s posts are filled with rich woodwork and earthy tones that yield warm spaces.

@myhouseishome
My House Is Home delivers an eclectic mix of contemporary-meets-cozy living spaces all over the world. Characterized by dramatic flair and plush décor, you’re more than likely to come across your dream home here.

@pierre.yovanovitch

Defined by soft lines and contours, French designer Pierre Yovanovitch creates spaces that look as if they’re straight out of an M.C. Escher painting. Materials like wood, stone, marble and metal all come together and result in homes that are minimalist and inviting.

@the_real_houses_of_ig
For a daily dose of downright beautiful living spaces, The Real Houses is a treasure trove showcasing homes, designers and products from around the world. You’ll find endless inspiration along with all the latest trends and styles.

@martynbullard
Celebrity designer and television personality Martyn Lawrence Bullard is known for his eye-popping colors and patterns. His knack for bold design has resulted in A-list clientele, from Elton John to Ellen Pompeo, and you’ll often catch a glimpse into their homes on his Instagram.

@alyssakapitointeriors
NYC-based designer Alyssa Kapito is a master of creating elegant spaces that are both timeless and tranquil. Her aesthetic has a distinctly Upper East Side feel with soft, neutral tones and an exquisite sense of light and space.

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Downtown "Fun Bus" to Broadway and 4th St. Businesses

The Big Red “Fun Bus” is a free ride on Thursdays from 6 pm to Midnight and Saturdays from 1 pm to 6 pm – as a way of connecting all the cool shops and dining establishments along Broadway and 4th Street between Pine and Redondo while passengers listen to live music and enjoy special promotions offered through their website. It’s being funded by business owners on Pine through Downtown Long Beach Associates as a way of connecting their businesses in a fun way from downtown and the East Village to the neighborhoods of Belmont Heights (historic district), Bluff Park (historic district), Bluff Heights and Alamitos Beach along the Broadway and 4th St., which adjoins Rose Park South (historic district).

It's a great opportunity to visit stores and shops such as KiKi Originals, an alternative to the warehouse style bridal stores "where you feel like a number instead of a bride." Shop owner, Kim Kessler, a resident of Long Beach for over ten years, has made dreams come true for her brides. KiKi Originals can design anything you can dream of for your wedding party including bridal gowns, bridesmaids, flower girls, and mothers. Sasha's Living With Style just recently expanded into a period Craftsman-style house on Broadway (see first photo above) which had been a rental for many years. The house is typical of many houses originally built in the area, and a great setting for her home design store.

Mark Sutherland of Bungalow Marcasso at 2720 E. Broadway specializes in home and garden accessories, arts, and gifts--"Voted Best Gift Store for 2007 by Beachcomber Newspaper readers!"

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Long Beach's University By The Sea - October 28th

A great event this Saturday: film, classes, a tour into the old Jergins Tunnel which has been closed since 1967.

An unbeatable event! Click on the title to go to their web page for all the free events and indulge in some past history.

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Two Upcoming Arts Shows

Local artist Dawn Morishige is having an artist reception in her Buyart Studios at 2828 E 10th St., Long Beach on November 3rd, 2-8 pm for a show that runs through November 24th.

Dawn's contemporary room dividers are remniscient of Japanese screens, and are truly unique and unusual in their design and materials, and are also featured in another local store at The Marketplace.

Fellow artist Jason DeBose will also be featuring his digital photographs which are from his travels in many countries and other U.S. states.

Take a look at her website at http://www.buyartstudios.com/ to see more.

A second show in Signal Hill this Saturday, the 13th:

Friends of Signal Hill Cultural Arts - is putting on an art show, free food and wine!
There will also be music, Saturday 4 to 8 pm at the Signal Hill Community Center, 1780 East Hill Street, Signal Hill, West of Cherry behind Police Station and Library.

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Field Trip to Other Blogs

Here's a little review today on blogs involved in small business situations or are self-employed:

Don Simkovich in Altadena does interviews or takes tips from people knowledgeable in business, money and real estate with the goal of leaving the reader with one important tip or idea they can "take away" and apply to their situation or help them evaluate their needs. "For example," Don says, "I've got an upcoming interview I'll be doing with a coffee company, they grind their own coffee, and I'll be asking them how they chose their business, what they've learned and what's one tip they'd like to offer to someone starting their own business." Maybe you too can get an idea here!

For a break from the serious issues into the world of lighthearted shopping for stuff you might actually need take a look at Cool Steals and Deals for anything from a computer to linens. This site is run by a lady who recently and unexpectedly lost her spouse, so it would be great to support her and her site, because her site is definitely "cool".



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